How to Pronounce Exocentric

To pronounce "exocentric", say EX-oc-entr-ic — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

EX-oc-entr-ic

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💡 Tip for remembering “exocentric”

"exocentric" has 4 syllables: ex-oc-entr-ic.

What does exocentric mean?

noun

  1. (grammar) An exocentric compound.

adjective

  1. Focused or centered on something outside of itself.
  2. (grammar, of a phrase or compound) Not having the same part of speech as any of its constituent words.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "exocentric"?▾

"Exocentric" has 4 syllables: ex · oc · entr · ic.

What does "exocentric" mean?▾

Exocentric: (grammar) An exocentric compound.

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